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Demolition Man (1993) — Screenplay

A cryogenically frozen cop must track down his brutal old foe in a pacifist future city he barely understands.

Written by
Daniel Waters, Robert Reneau, Peter M. Lenkov, Jonathan Lemkin
Genre
Science Fiction, Action, Thriller
Length
128 pages

Study this script for its sharp tonal contrast between hyper-violent action and satirical social commentary, and for how it builds a vivid future world through dialogue and detail. The protagonist's fish-out-of-water arc drives both comedy and tension, offering a masterclass in balancing genres within a high-concept premise.

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